Sports Official - Adult Volleyball

City of Corvallis•City of Corvallis, OR

About The Position

The Sports Official officiates various sports leagues within the Parks and Recreation department, helping ensure fair play, compliance with league rules and regulations, and a safe and enjoyable environment for participants. Depending on assignment, the official may work as a softball umpire, volleyball official, basketball official, or soccer referee in adult and/or youth leagues. Duties listed are illustrative and may include other related work. This is a part-time, non-represented, casual seasonal position running December 2026 through March 2027. The listed schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings, with variable hours—including evenings and weekends—depending on game schedules. The position requires completion of the Parks & Recreation official training program and current First Aid/CPR certification or the ability to obtain it within one month of appointment.

Requirements

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions.
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, including when interacting with difficult or irate people.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret, explain, follow, and apply sports rules, department policies, and written instructions.
Ability to identify and prevent hazards, implement solutions, and maintain safe play environments.
Effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely and exchange information courteously.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Recreation Coordinator, staff, participants, and the general public.
Ability to maintain a neat, professional appearance and wear approved clothing for an official or umpire.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and independently at a worksite with minimal direction, performing duties thoroughly and accurately in accordance with Department policy.
Successfully complete the Parks & Recreation umpire, volleyball, basketball, or soccer official training program, including classroom and on-field or in-gym training.
Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain it within one month of appointment.
Ability to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on game schedules.
Demonstrable commitment to sustainability and to promoting and enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others in the workplace.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background and/or criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

Experience officiating, coaching, or playing the relevant specialty sport.
Current USA, ASA, USSSA, or WBSC softball umpire certification for softball assignments.
Current USAV, NFSH, or OSAA volleyball certification for volleyball assignments.
Current FIBA, NFHS, or OSAA basketball certification for basketball assignments.
Current USSF, OSRO, NFHS, or OSAA soccer certification for soccer assignments.

Responsibilities

Officiate games in accordance with the sport’s governing bodies and Parks and Recreation league rules and regulations.
Make fair and unbiased decisions on plays and game rules.
Ensure players follow league rules and address violations promptly and impartially.
Maintain control of games, manage player conduct, and address potential conflicts.
Communicate calls and decisions clearly to players, managers, and spectators, and respond professionally to questions or concerns.
Monitor field or gym conditions and weather to determine whether games should proceed or be postponed.
Enforce safety protocols and regulations, including checking equipment and field or gym conditions for safe play.
Coordinate with scorekeepers on game logistics, including timekeeping and special circumstances.
Stay current on league rules and updates and communicate regularly with the Recreation Coordinator.
Act ethically and honestly, follow safety rules and City and Department policies, and provide excellent customer service to diverse audiences.
Maintain effective work relationships and regular, punctual attendance.